Subclass 600 โ Visitor
VisitorTourist/Business/Sponsored Family/Frequent Traveller
Visit Australia for tourism, business, or to see family.
Cost
$190
AUD
Processing
0.5-2
months
Duration
3-12 months
Work Rights
No work rights
๐ How to Apply โ Step by Step
- Determine the appropriate stream (Tourist, Business Visitor, Sponsored Family, etc.)
- Gather supporting documents (passport, financial evidence, travel itinerary)
- If sponsored, obtain invitation letter and sponsor's financial evidence
- Lodge application online through ImmiAccount
- Pay the visa application charge
- Provide biometrics if required
- Await decision (processing times vary by country)
โ Requirements
- Genuine visitor
- Sufficient funds
- Health insurance recommended
- Return ticket or funds
๐ก Tips for Applicants
- โขShow strong ties to your home country (employment, property, family) to demonstrate you'll return
- โขProvide a clear travel itinerary
- โขIf sponsored by someone in Australia, include their invitation letter and financial evidence
- โขApply well in advance of travel dates โ processing can take weeks
โ ๏ธ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- โNot providing evidence of funds for the stay
- โApplying too close to the travel date
- โPreviously overstaying in Australia (this heavily impacts assessment)
- โNot declaring previous visa refusals from any country
โ Frequently Asked Questions
How long can I stay?
Usually 3, 6, or 12 months depending on the stream. Tourist stream typically grants 3 or 12 months.
Can I work on a visitor visa?
No. The 600 does not permit work in Australia. Any employment is a visa breach.
Can I study on a 600?
You can study for up to 3 months on a visitor visa.
What if my application is refused?
If applied from outside Australia, there is generally no merits review right. Consider reapplying with stronger evidence.
๐ Related Visitor Visas
Subclass 601 โ Electronic Travel Authority
Electronic visa for passport holders from eligible countries.
$20Instant-0.5 months
Subclass 651 โ eVisitor
Free electronic visa for EU passport holders and select countries.
$0Instant-0.5 months
Subclass 771 โ Transit
Transit through Australia to another country.
$0Instant months
๐๏ธ Official Information
Always verify requirements with the official source before applying.
View on immi.homeaffairs.gov.au โ